2632RFQ - WRF Hardening and Improvements Project

The City of Daytona Beach is soliciting proposals for the Water Reclamation Facilities Hardening and Upgrades Project aimed at enhancing the resilience and operational efficiency of its wastewater treatment infrastructure. The primary focus is on hardening the Bethune Point Water Reclamation Facility against storm-related flooding, including risks from rainfall, storm surge, and sea level rise, as well as replacing outdated equipment to improve reliability and maximize treatment capacity, potentially delaying costly expansions. The project comprises seven distinct components at multiple facilities, encompassing comprehensive Design-Build services such as facility planning, grant funding support, detailed engineering design, construction inspection, commissioning, operator training, and preparation of operation and maintenance documentation. Compliance with State Revolving Fund requirements, Davis-Bacon labor standards, American Iron and Steel provisions, and environmental regulations are mandatory. Evaluation of proposals will follow a trade-off approach emphasizing best value rather than lowest price, with significant weight placed on the offeror's understanding of project delivery challenges, past performance on similar wastewater Design-Build projects with a minimum capacity of 10 million gallons per day, qualifications of key personnel (including project director, designers, construction managers, and engineers), and a collaborative delivery methodology integrating quality assurance, safety, risk management, and owner communication. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation of minority- and women-owned business participation and adherence to federal labor compliance, including E-Verify usage for workforce eligibility. Inspection and acceptance criteria align with Environmental Protection Agency discharge standards and Florida Department of Environmental Protection permits, ensuring that constructed facilities meet stringent operational and environmental benchmarks. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 14, 2026, through the City's standardized procurement platform, with detailed instructions on required documentation, file formats, and proposal contents to facilitate thorough evaluation and eventual contract award.